Important Message About the Job Market
May 2009
Dear NYU Student,
Since last spring, when we saw signs that the economy was weakening,
The Wasserman Center for Career Development has been working overtime,
developing strategies to help you find a job in this increasingly
challenging economic climate. If you have been looking for a full-time
position for a while, or if you have just begun your job search,
now is the time to make sure to put your job campaign into a higher
gear, assess your strategy, and think about additional career
options. For example, have you ever considered working in
a recession-proof industry? See below for more details.
A large number of employers continue to visit our campus and
to list jobs on NYU CareerNet.
We want to assure you
that we are exploring every possibility, employing every strategy,
and utilizing every resource in the search for opportunities
for NYU students.
As always, the staff at Wasserman is available to help you
every step of the way. We know from experience that utilizing
a number of resources and having a well-defined job-search
strategy can make a huge difference in a tight job market.
To better utilize our services and programs, we recommend that
you take advantage of the services listed below:
- Make an appointment with one of The Wasserman
Center's professionally-trained Career Counselors to create
an individualized career action plan.
- Attend an Interviewing Skills seminar and consider having
a mock interview with a career counselor. Utilize InterviewStream to prepare
for upcoming interviews.
- Participate in the On-Campus Recruitment program, and
attend employer presentations and job-related forums.
Upload your resume to NYU CareerNet and search for jobs
at least several times each week.
- Utilize other job web sites and identify ones that may
be specific to your field(s) of interest. You can get recommendations
from your career counselor and you can also find a listing
of additional links here.
- Research and target employers with areas that match your
skills and interests, whether they have a job listed or not. Sometimes jobs
are created for a candidate who is a perfect fit for the organization, and
that could be you. Contact them and follow up.
- Visit employer web sites and search their specific job
listings. Check out more traditional job sources such as The New York Times,
The Wall Street Journal, and other classified listings.
- Network, both online and in person, with family, friends,
former employers, professional organizations, NYU Alumni and the University
community. Utilize on-line professional networking sites to increase your contacts
including banyanlink.com, linkedin.com, facebook.com, and violetnet.nyu.edu.
- Broaden your search to consider a variety of industries
where you can put your skills to good use. Refer to our list of “recession-proof” industries
to help guide you.
- Attend regional and local career fairs and events sponsored
by different organizations, including The Wasserman Center.
- Keep your energy level up and do not get discouraged.
If you need additional support, talk with a friend or family member, a Wasserman
staff member, or another professional with whom you feel comfortable. You can
also reach out to the Wellness Exchange at 212-443-9999.
The Wasserman Center for Career Development is here for you,
and we are committed to partnering with you until you find
a great job. We look forward to seeing you in the office, and
we wish you luck with your job search.
Sincerely,
Trudy G. Steinfeld
Executive Director
Diana Gruverman
Associate Director and Director of Employer Services
“RECESSION-PROOF” INDUSTRIES
It is important to keep your options open when searching for
a job in a struggling economy. Below is a list of “recession-proof” industries
to consider during your job search. The industries included
in this list are less impacted by economic downturns, and you
may find some viable full-time opportunities.
Accounting
Adult Beverage Distribution
Bankruptcy Law
Beauty and Health
Consulting
Debt Collection
Debt Management
Education
Energy
Federal Government
Gaming
Government Contracting
Health Care
International Business
Luxury Goods & Services
Military & Military Defense Contractors
Pharmaceuticals
Politics
Public Safety
Sales
Utilities
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